Overview of Learning
The Chairs’ Briefings are held early each term in order to prepare chairs of the board for their forthcoming board meetings and to equip them with the knowledge, information and advice needed to effectively undertake their role. The Chairs’ Briefing sessions aim to:
- Deepen the understanding of the role of the chair
- Enhance confidence and skills in managing the role and relationships.
- Widen the strategies for developing the partnership between the governing or trust board, the senior leadership team and staff.
- Share leadership issues and make good use of the skills and knowledge of others.
- Provide information about meeting procedure and regulations.
Audience:
All Chairs of Bolton Schools and Academies. Vice Chairs may attend if the Chair cannot attend.
Presenter:
Rachael Worthington, Governance Services Manager
Format:
The Chairs’ Briefings last for 1 hour, with an additional 30 minutes provided at the end for networking opportunities.
Chairs’ only need to attend one of the two sessions provided each term.
This session will be held in person at the Inclusive Education Learning Centre@Smithills .
Pricing and Cancelation
Attendance is free of charge to those boards that purchase the Clerking and Support Service Level Agreement. A charge of £75.00 per person, per session will be made for those schools not buying into the service.